Advance Praise

“I was immediately drawn to Tamara Wahl’s honest, heart-level sharing of the painful reality of life after the death of her spouse. Her genuine expression of daily grief and real struggles reassures us that hard, unexpected emotions are okay. These devotions remind us that God, our compassionate and loving healer, faithfully walks alongside us and cares for us during life’s most difficult times.

Nights alone can hit hard after the loss of a spouse, and her “Nighttime Prayers” help calm anxious thoughts and fortify us with strength and a remembrance of God’s promises and presence. I also appreciate the practical ideas for dealing with the daily challenges of living with grief. This devotional offers a wise and gentle perspective on grief in short messages that are just the right length for days when it’s hard to focus."

Kathy Leonard, Christian author and editor

“When you are on the journey through deep grief due to the loss of a loved one or spouse, it helps to know there are others who understand your pain. Tamara Wahl has written Healing Balm for Grief: 40 Devotions and Evening Prayers because she has experienced first-hand the deep soul wounds that make days and nights so difficult to manage.

Each devotion offers Scriptural promises, thoughtful insights, worship music suggestions and written prayers to help sustain and strengthen your faith. The devotions contain practical insights that will help you navigate the journey of grief with the grace of the Lord and the help of the Holy Spirit.”

Rev. Dr. Bill Sawyer, Pastor, Senior Executive and Denominational Leader

“If you have recently become a widow or widower and you are feeling alone and sad, you will find the peace and quiet you long for by experiencing the scriptures, prayers, and songs Tamara shares in her book. Some of my favorite songs are, Whom Shall I Fear and His Eye Is On the Sparrow. Also, at the end of each devotional there is a space for you to write your personal journal entry “to cement these truths in your heart!”

The section I found to give me the most peace and comfort was when Tamara shared her moments with the Lord in prayer and how one evening Doug, her late husband, came to her in her dream! Reading about this dream and her other experiences will help you feel ‘Healing Balm’ and that you are “dearly loved” by our Savior! It is also important to know that Tamara believes that ‘the Lord directed every word of this devotional you are now holding in your hands.’”

Bette Laurenson, widowed after 60 years of marriage

“Healing Balm for Grief: 40 Devotions and Evening Prayers is a deeply Christ centered devotional, and Tamara's own experience here comes through powerfully. The devotions bring tremendous encouragement and comfort in grieving the loss of your spouse, and I believe it truly captures Christ's heart for widows and widowers.

I think one of the most powerful parts of the devotional is the music that Tamara selected for each devotion! The music feels truly Holy Spirit inspired and really brings great depth and emotion to each devotion. Healing Balm is truly a great title for this work!”

Bill Suminski, widowed after 34 years of marriage

“When Tamara told me she was writing a devotional for her book, Healing Balm for Grief, I was thrilled! She has created a daily sized reading to help others heal from grief, especially from the death of a spouse. I highly recommend this devotional to help you find all God has for you.”

Janet Raymond, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor

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